Short answer: Garage door springs store an enormous amount of energy, which is exactly what makes a broken spring both inconvenient and hazardous to handle.
Garage door springs store an enormous amount of energy, which is exactly what makes a broken spring both inconvenient and hazardous to handle.
How to Tell a Spring Has Broken
Signs include a loud bang from the garage, a door that suddenly feels extremely heavy, a two-inch gap in the torsion spring above the door, or an opener that strains and stops. A door with a broken spring should not be forced open.
Why the Pros Handle It
Torsion and extension springs are wound under high tension. Releasing or replacing them without the correct tools and technique can cause serious injury. A trained technician also matches the replacement spring to the door's exact weight and cycle rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Tell a Spring Has Broken?
Signs include a loud bang from the garage, a door that suddenly feels extremely heavy, a two-inch gap in the torsion spring above the door, or an opener that strains and stops. A door with a broken spring should not be forced open.
Why the Pros Handle It?
Torsion and extension springs are wound under high tension. Releasing or replacing them without the correct tools and technique can cause serious injury. A trained technician also matches the replacement spring to the door's exact weight and cycle rating.
How do I get help with this?
Call (650) 434-4104 and describe the situation, your exact location, and what you need. Timing is confirmed on that call rather than promised in advance.
Call for help: (650) 434-4104 — a straight answer and an honest estimate before any work begins.